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Head-to-head evidence comparison — which supplement is right for you?
Saccharomyces Boulardii wins 2 of 3 categories. Both are solid choices — the best pick depends on your specific goals.
Verdict
Likely helps
13 of 15 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
Verdict
Likely helps
9 of 11 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
250-500mg (5-10 billion CFU) daily
With or without food, At least 2 hours away from antifungals
Capsules (lyophilized)
40-80mg isoflavones daily
Divided doses with meals, Consistent daily timing
Standardized soy isoflavone extract
During use
1-3 days
1-2 weeks
4-12 weeks
6-12 months
8-12 weeks
Initial use
Efficacy and safety of Saccharomyces boulardii as an adjuvant therapy for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori: a meta-analysis
Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology (2025) · Meta analysis · n=5036
S. boulardii supplementation in traditional eradication therapy significantly improves the H. pylori eradication rate and reduces the total adverse effects and incidence of diarrhea, bloating, constipation, and nausea.
Probiotics for treating acute infectious diarrhoea
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews (2020) · Meta analysis · n=12127
Effect size was similar in the sensitivity analysis and marked heterogeneity persisted.
The use of probiotics and prebiotics in decolonizing pathogenic bacteria from the gut; a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical outcomes
Gut microbes (2024) · Meta analysis · n=2871
This review aims to analyze available evidence from human-controlled trials to determine the effect size of probiotic interventions in decolonizing AMR pathogenic bacteria from the gut.
Soy isoflavones prevent bone resorption and loss, a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Critical reviews in food science and nutrition (2020) · Meta analysis · n=5313
Soy isoflavones prevent osteoporosis-related bone loss in any weight status or treatment duration.
Effect of Soy Isoflavones on Measures of Estrogenicity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Advances in nutrition (Bethesda, Md.) (2025) · Meta analysis · n=3285
Addressing public health concerns may promote soy foods as high-quality plant protein sources with low environmental impact and cost, particularly benefiting postmenopausal women and aligning with sustainable dietary patterns and guidelines.
Effects of soy isoflavones on menopausal symptoms in perimenopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis
PeerJ (2025) · Meta analysis · n=533
In October 2024, we screened 2,099 articles, of which 12 were eligible for meta-analysis, and found that soy isoflavones were effective for treating menopausal symptoms (seven studies, 533 participants, Hedges' g = -0.25, 95% CI [-0.42 to -0.08], p = 0.00).
Based on multiple meta-analyses showing 1.1-1.6 day reduction in diarrhea duration. Effect size appears to plateau at standard therapeutic doses. Limited data on doses above 20 billion CFU.
Meta-analysis of 533 participants showed effectiveness for menopausal symptoms. Effect size appears modest and heterogeneity was noted across studies. Individual response varies significantly.
AI-estimated from published studies. Interpret as directional guidance.
Saccharomyces Boulardii has a higher evidence score (9/10 vs 9/10) and wins in 2 of 3 categories.
For reduce inflammation, Saccharomyces Boulardii has a higher relevance score (90 vs 60).
No known interactions between Saccharomyces Boulardii and Soy Isoflavones have been documented in our database. However, always consult a healthcare provider before combining supplements.